Production Now that you have finished some of the planning (pre-production) phase (you may need to return and do more of this later), its time to start shooting your video!
Below is a powerpoint slideshow that lays out ideas and tips to consider in order for you to create the best video and audio possible.
For more indepth instructions and tutorials on many aspects of production, check out this website: Media College
Video Production
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Some tips about capturing good video:
When possible, use a tripod for a steady shot and to keep your camera safe.
When not using tripod stand squarely and use both hands to steady camera.
Move camera smoothly and with a purpose
Rehearse scenes and camera moves (called blocking your shots).
Capture supporting video (b-roll) to make your edited video more visual and exciting. Get cut-aways: Get shots of people's reactions. Grab shots of local buildings, get close-ups (detail shots) of objects talked about in the audio.
Avoid shooting subjects against a strong backlight.
Learn how to frame shots the right way and the purpose of different shots and angles. Check out this website for a good explanation shots and angles. Shots and Angles
Change up your shots but don’t overuse zoom.
Avoid long zooms as it makes shots appear wobbly. Physically get closer to subject if possible
Lay down pre-roll and post-roll. This will help with post-production editing later
With tape cameras be sure to correct for roll-back.
Audio Production
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Some tips about capturing good sound (audio):
If equipment allows, use an plug-in (external) microphone and place close to talent.
If equipment allows, listen to (monitor) sound for quality with earphones.
When using the built-in microphone, move the camera closer to subject and zoom out if you need to.
Pay attention to and try to eliminate or reduce distracting background noise. When shooting outside, you may have to wait for a car or airplane to get out of the scene audio-wise.
Check out this pdf for a list of tips for on-location audio production from KET audio engineer, Roger Tremaine: RT Audio Field Production Tips .pdf (Also see planning for interviews on Pre-production page)
On-Air Tips for Talent
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Make sure you can read and properly pronounce words (especially people’s names).
Wait for your cue before speaking.
Smile! (when appropriate)
When talking to audience, look into camera when speaking as much as possible.
Hold referred- to objects close to face when possible so it is easy to frame shot (spokesmodel pose).
Speak clearly, projecting your voice toward the microphone.
Practice Activity
Open this PDF about how to conduct and interview and do the suggested activity to practice your skills. DIYEFT -Interview Activity.pdf
Now that you have finished some of the planning (pre-production) phase (you may need to return and do more of this later), its time to start shooting your video!
Below is a powerpoint slideshow that lays out ideas and tips to consider in order for you to create the best video and audio possible.
For more indepth instructions and tutorials on many aspects of production, check out this website:
Media College
Video Production
Some tips about capturing good video:
Audio Production
Some tips about capturing good sound (audio):
Check out this pdf for a list of tips for on-location audio production from KET audio engineer, Roger Tremaine:
(Also see planning for interviews on Pre-production page)
On-Air Tips for Talent
Practice Activity
Open this PDF about how to conduct and interview and do the suggested activity to practice your skills.
Post-Production